Description
How to Steam Broccoli – learn how to steam broccoli with this simple recipe! Stove top and microwave options included! So easy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 cups broccoli florets, trimmed and washed
- water
- salt and pepper to taste
- butter (optional)
Instructions
- Place steamer basket or colander in the bottom of a saucepan.
- Add enough water to cover the bottom of the pan (approx. 1/2 cup).
- Place broccoli florets inside. Place cover on top and bring to a boil.
- Boil 2-3 minutes and then open and stir to toss the broccoli. Cover let boil another 2-3 minutes or until the broccoli is firm but tender. If you want your broccoli even softer simply continue steaming for 1 minute intervals until it has reached your desired tenderness.
- Remove from heat and drain excess water.
- Serve as-is, with salt and pepper, butter or use in your favorite recipe.
Notes
- Microwave Method: place 1/4-1/2 cup water in a microwave safe bowl; add broccoli and cover with plate; microwave on HIGH 2 1/2 – 4 minutes or until broccoli is tender but firm; drain excess water and serve.
- Steamer Basket: if you don’t have a steamer basket you can just skip it and place the broccoli right in the water – I do it all the time and it works just fine! Or you can use a colander.
- Storage: store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.